William Njuguna

Nairobi

Senior Sports Writer at The Star (Kenya)

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Articles

Ooro tips Shujaa to keep World Series core status at Los Angeles Sevens

1 week ago | the-star.co.ke | William Njuguna

Kenya Sevens co-captain George Ooro/ HANDOUTKenya Sevens co-captain George Ooro believes they have the momentum to maintain their World Sevens Series core status. His optimism is derived from their second-place finish at the Singapore Sevens earlier this month. Ooro said they have improved in decision-making and mental fortitude and are relishing the promotion/relegation shootout in Los Angeles on May 3-4. “The boys are in a good place following the performance in Singapore.
Mwanja eyes improvement as Lionesses turn focus to Los Angeles playoffs

1 week ago | the-star.co.ke | William Njuguna

Lionesses’ Judith Auma attempts to beat a Colombian opponent at the Challenger event in Krakow, Poland /HANDOUTAccuracy, defence and attack are some of the areas Kenya Lionesses will have to sharpen ahead of the promotion-relegation shootout in Los Angeles on May 3-4. Dennis Mwanja’s charges bagged the Challenger Seven Series title with 58 points after winning the bronze medal in Krakow, Poland, beating fast-rising Thailand 25-19.
Clash of titans as Kabras Sugar battle Oilers in Kenya Cup final

2 weeks ago | the-star.co.ke | William Njuguna

Dennis Abukuse (L) of Oilers is challenged by Kabras Sugar opponents during a Kenya Cup match in Nakuru/ HANDOUTThe stage is set for a clash of titans on Saturday at the Kakamega ASK Showground, pitting Kabras Sugar and Menengai Oilers. The last three finals, hosted by Kabras Sugar, witnessed a massive turnout of spectators. This is premium contentSubscribe to Continue ReadingHelp us continue bringing you unbiased news, in-depth investigations, and diverse perspectives.
Kenya Under-20 team set to open title defence against Tunisia in Harare

3 weeks ago | the-star.co.ke | William Njuguna

Action between Kenya and Zimbabwe during the 2023 Barthes Cup final at Nyayao Stadium /HANDOUTKenya Under-20 rugby side will face Tunisia in the opening match of the defence of the Barthes Cup on April 19 in Harare, Zimbabwe. Four days later, the side also known as Chipu will renew rivalry with former champions Namibia on April 24 for a berth in the final.
KCB coach Mang’eni concerned about gaps in positioning

3 weeks ago | the-star.co.ke | William Njuguna

In SummaryThe former Kenya Simbas lock said they plan to go on massive recruitment of high school players as they seek to build a championship-winning team in the next two seasons. “We are looking at getting players from high schools. There is a lot of talent which we believe we can tap into to make our squad stronger,” he said.
Ahoya to lead Kenyan team to ITF Under-18 show next month

3 weeks ago | the-star.co.ke | William Njuguna

Seline Ahoya (L), Nancy Kawira (C) and Amani Gikunda/FILE/SCREENSHOTSeline Ahoya will spearhead Kenya’s charge at the two-week ITF Under-18 tourney on May 12-26 at Parklands Sports Club. Ahoya, who is one of the country’s top performers in the U-14 and U-16 cadres, will make her debut in the senior category and she is relishing the challenge. “This is my first championship as a senior, and I am looking forward to the event. Playing at home will be an advantage,” she noted.
Make or break for Shujaa at this weekend’s Hong Kong Sevens

4 weeks ago | the-star.co.ke | William Njuguna

In SummaryThe team has been underwhelming this season with only one appearance in the quarterfinals at the Cape Town Sevens in December, where they garnered eight points. Shujaa is 17 points adrift of Great Britain and coach Wambua believes the side must bounce back following the dismal show in Vancouver last month. Bryan Tanga in action during a past tournament /FILEIt's win or bust for Shujaa as the World Seven Series resumes today with the Hong Kong Sevens in China.
Menengai Oilers receive boost as skipper Ayoo returns for Nondies duel

1 month ago | the-star.co.ke | William Njuguna

In SummaryHead coach Gibson Weru said the return of the Kenya Simbas’ international will boost the forward pack for the match against Nondies as well as the Kenya Cup playoff quarter-final against Blak Blad on March 22. “The return of Ayoo is timely. We are entering a critical phase of the season and he brings leadership and maturity to the squad. We are happy he is back,” added Weru.
Kenya Lionesses eye qualification to the World Seven Series this weekend

1 month ago | the-star.co.ke | William Njuguna

Sheila Chajira breaks through the Poland defence during a past match /WORLD RUGBYKENYA Lionesses start their quest for qualification to the World Seven Series this weekend with the opening tournament at the Athlone Stadium in Cape Town. Last season, Dennis Mwanja’s charges missed out on the top four final shoot-out in Madrid after finishing fifth and the coach admitted they have learnt their lessons from the event.
Odera wants Shujaa to sharpen attack, defence

1 month ago | the-star.co.ke | William Njuguna

In Summary“In the attack, we need to improve on the accuracy of our passing because any time we fail to pass the ball well, it slows us down on attack.”He added: “We are also very dimensional and direct at times and this needs to change.